Decision Maker: Cabinet

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: Yes

Date of Decision: February 16, 2026

Purpose: Approve an investment plan for the Ouseburn Way project. The project is a unique opportunity to bring a partnership approach to improving the quality of the Ouseburn in terms of accessibility, heritage, water quality and biodiversity.

Content: Cabinet agreed to:   i)  Endorse the Ouse Burn Way Improvement Strategy.   ii)  Endorse the Ouse Burn Way Vision and Improvement Strategy as primary guidance documents against which all development in the Ouse Burn catchment area will be measured.   iii)  The Council leading on sustainable travel and connectivity aspects of the Ouse Burn Way Improvement Strategy in line with the Council's Movement Strategy.